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TikTok limits service in Russia over new censorship law.

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Social media giant suspended livestreaming and new content in Russia following the adoption of a new law that introduces jail terms of up to 15 years for "spreading misinformation" about the actions of the Russian armed forces. TikTok said it's "reviewing safety implications of the new law."

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